UCLA alumni are everywhere in entertainment ““ from books to movies, to theater to music. Behind the scenes and in front of the camera, their talents have made an impact and paved the way for future Bruins. Carol Burnett: actor – The Carol Burnett Show, Annie James Dean: actor – Rebel Without A Cause, East […]
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Sound finds future in technology
By Judy Pak Daily Bruin Senior Staff Welcome to the next generation. It is the world of synthetic intensity, no-name and no-face groups utilizing sequencers, samples and technical mumbo jumbo. It’s the high-volume subculture of the times. And since computers and the latest technology dominate it, it’s definitely part of the new millennium. The first […]
Reality can be stranger than fiction
By Terry Tang and Brent Hopkins Daily Bruin Senior Staff When Robert Redford made Demi Moore an indecent proposal back in 1993, people at water coolers across the country asked each other what they would do for a million dollars. Like the film’s box office life, the question ignited interest but then faded from the […]
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“˜Billy Budd’ brings sailors’ tale to stage
By Allison Dixon Daily Bruin Contributor Many people avoid opera because of the language barriers and melodramatic love stories. L.A. Opera’s “Billy Budd” escapes this stereotype, however. Performed entirely in English and absent of any sappy romance, “Billy Budd” is not your usual opera. Benjamin Britten’s operatic adaptation of Herman Melville’s novel “Billy Budd” brings […]
Sound Bites
Eminem “The Marshall Mathers LP” Aftermath Oh dear. Children, cover your ears, because our old friend Marshall Mathers is back. And he’s one angry mother. On Eminem’s sophomore album, “The Marshall Mathers LP,” the 18- track record has richly layered melodic beats peppered with spoken word tracks and a few token radio friendly pop-ish tunes. […]
Men in black
By Anthony Camara Daily Bruin Contributor Anaheim came down with what can only be described as bipolar disorder Tuesday when Nine Inch Nails brought its doom and gloom to Arrowhead Pond, just up the street from the happiest place on earth ““ Disneyland. Touring in support of “The Fragile,” auteur Trent Reznor’s acclaimed art-rock opus, […]